Elder Futhark 1-8

Fehu, Uruz, Thurisaz, Ansuz, Raido, Kenaz, Gebo, Wunjo   

Fehu [upright] a rune of fulfillment: ambition satisfied, efforts realized. It also calls for deep probing of the self in matters concerning profit and gain. It urges vigilance and mindfulness, especially in times of good fortune, for that is when recklessness interferes. Fehu is most important to the runester; it is the power within that transmutes into gold.

[reversed] generates considerable frustration. You are forced to recognize where growth is required in your quest for satisfaction.

[reversed] If the vital energy of this rune is inverted or spent in the wrong direction, unguided by wisdom, it can be destructive to the individual or the society. Your own strength will be used against you.

  Thurisaz [upright] a rune of non-action, of polarized extremes that neutralize each other. It is also considered the symbol of a gateway that cannot be approached until balance is expressed, breaking the stalemate. Once through the gateway, there is a release of fertile energy.

[reversed] It demands contemplation on your part. Hasty decisions at this time will cause regrets as you give more motivation to deceiving yourself. Impulses must be tempered by thought. Take heed and do not attempt to go beyond where you haven’t yet begun.

[reversed] it suggests that you consider adversity. Failed communications, lack of clarity, and futility abound when this rune is inverted the uses of.

Raido [upright] this rune is one of journeys. It is often a journey towards self-healing and self-awareness. Trust the progress �?that is the essence of Raido. Keep cutting away illusions, continue the quest towards completion.

[reversed] this rune inverted puts you on notice that ruptures are more likely then reconciliation’s. Effort will be required , despite disruptions and disillusions making hoped for outcomes elusive.

Kenaz [upright] the rune of openings, clarity, and revelations. The protection offered by  this rune is that of clear light dispelling the darkness, revealing the illuminated self. It is also the rune of inspiration, the kind that shapes the will and its environment.

[reversed] expect the darkening of light upon some situation or person. It puts the runester on notice that death of a way of life , or false hope is immanent by transient.

Gebo is called The Gift, this rune has no inversion for it signifies the gift of freedom from which flow all other gifts. The gifts of consciousness, life, and form , that which has become sacred within the runester. An ecstasy of a serene type, the quiet balance of perfectly balanced inner concentration and harmony.

Wunjo [upright] this joyous rune brings a moment in which understanding is transmuted from knowledge. A time of trails has ended, and the shift that was due to occur has done so, you have “come to yourself�? Glory, spiritual reward, and joy are heralded by this rune, which in turn delights and heightens the sense of well-being.

[reversed] brings a crisis, a difficult passage is at hand. Consideration and deliberation may be called for, and be warned of impractical enthusiasm for it impedes your timely growth.